Italjet DRAGSTER 125, Use And Maintenance Manual

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6.1 MOTORCYCLE CARE
AND STORAGE
6.1.a Care
Frequent and thorough cleaning of the
vehicle, in addition to improving its ap-
pearance, will also improve its overall
performance and extend the useful
life of many components. In addition,
washing, cleaning and polishing will
allow you to inspect the condition of
the vehicle more frequently. Wash
the vehicle after using it in the rain or
near the sea, as the salt is corrosive
to metals.
NOTE : Roads in areas prone to heavy
snow can be sprinkled with salt to prevent
them from freezing. This salt can remain
on the roads until late spring, so wash the
underside and chassis components after
using the vehicle in such areas.
WARNING
Inadequate cleaning can
cause aesthetic and mechan-
ical damage. Do not use:
- High pressure cleaners or
steam jet cleaners. Exces-
sive water pressure could
cause water penetration
and deterioration of wheel
bearings, brakes, transmis-
sion seals and electrical de-
vices.
- Aggressive chemicals,
abrasive cleaning agents
or wax on components with
a satin finish. Brushes can
scratch and damage the
satin finish; use only soft
sponges or towels.
- Towels, sponges, or brush-
es contaminated with abra-
sive cleaning products
or aggressive chemicals,
such as solvents, petrol,
rust inhibitors, brake fluid,
antifreeze, etc.